Analyst – Research – Independence & Ethics Compliance Jobs 2026 | Bengaluru | Hybrid

Grant Thornton is hiring an Analyst – Research – Independence & Ethics Compliance for its Bengaluru location. This full-time hybrid role (2 days work from office and 3 days work from home) is suitable for candidates with strong research, analytical, compliance, and database management skills who want to build a career in risk management and professional ethics within a global accounting firm.

The role supports the GT US National Professional Standards Group (Independence & Ethics Compliance / Relationship Checks team) and involves detailed family-tree research, independence checks, and engagement support.

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Role Overview – Analyst (Independence & Ethics Compliance)

As an Analyst – Research at Grant Thornton, you will work closely with the GT US Independence & Ethics Compliance team, supporting relationship checks and independence monitoring. The role requires in-depth research of client affiliations, family trees, and regulatory relationships, ensuring compliance with independence standards across audit and non-audit engagements.

This role is ideal for candidates interested in compliance, governance, research, and risk management functions within professional services.

Key Responsibilities

Family Tree Research

• Perform research on related entities and affiliate relationships
• Review and maintain family trees for conflict and independence checks
• Conduct research for employee benefit plans and prospective acquisition targets
• Maintain SEC audit client family trees with alerts
• Manage private equity group family tree structures
• Perform Form ADV and FINRA broker-dealer research
• Analyze and interpret complex structures from Bureau Van Dijk (BvD)

Compliance & Engagement Support

• Collaborate with GT INDUS, GT US ethics, and engagement teams
• Reconcile restricted and client lists with global databases
• Support Monitored PEG program activities
• Assist engagement teams with relationship check queries
• Monitor and manage independence research inboxes

Research Administration

• Act as coordination bridge between INDUS and GT US teams
• Monitor research mailboxes and assignment logs
• Prepare and maintain assignment sheets
• Respond to engagement team inquiries professionally
• Support ad-hoc projects and private equity segment checks

Required Skills & Competencies

Research & Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent research and data reconciliation skills
• High attention to detail

Technical Skills

• Database handling and online research tools
• MS Excel and documentation tools

Professional Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently once trained
• Discipline to work from home effectively

Work Environment & Culture

• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Exposure to US-based compliance and ethics functions
• Collaborative global team environment
• Strong learning, documentation, and governance culture

Grant Thornton offers a structured environment focused on professional integrity, compliance excellence, and long-term career growth.

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading assurance, tax, and advisory firms, operating across multiple countries with a strong focus on independence, ethics, and professional standards. The firm is known for its people-centric culture and commitment to quality and integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is this role open to freshers?
Yes, candidates with 0–1 year of experience can apply.

2. Is this a hybrid role?
Yes, the role follows a hybrid model with 2 days WFO and 3 days WFH.

3. Does this role involve audit work?
No, it supports independence, ethics, and relationship checks.

4. Are night shifts required?
Occasional off-hours or holiday work may be required based on business needs.

5. What tools will I work with?
Databases, Excel, public research platforms, and internal compliance systems.